Dedicated Team Driver - Plainfield, United States - XPO

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    XPO Plainfield, United States

    1 month ago

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    Description

    Dedicated Team Driver - Home Weekly

    Requisition Id:

    Business Unit: LTL

    Location:

    Plainfield, IN, US, 46168

    Solutions driven success.

    XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If youre looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

    What youll do in a typical day:

    We are seeking experienced team drivers to join our organization. You will be part of a two-person driving team, and together, you will navigate various routes, maintain CMV safety, and ensure compliance with transportation regulations. The position of Road Flex Team Driver requires the ability work in close proximity with another Driver in a sleeper tractor on extended runs, commonly called an over the road team driver. A team driver must be able and willing to operate various tractor-trailer combinations over long distances in a typical 5-day workweek away from home. Responsibilities include operating the vehicle safely within DOT regulations, meet the medical standards of the U.S. Department of Transportation, operate in all internal freight transportation work tools and required systems. The Road Flex Team Driver can enjoy the following:

    Only recruiting existing teams; both team members must submit an application to this position

    Typical schedule is 5 days on, 2 days off

    Full health insurance benefits available on day one

    Hourly pay for 6 holidays

    PTO offered

    401k with company match

    Loads run between XPO facilities for pickup and drop off working with fellow XPO employees

    No touch and in house freight

    Shops and fueling stations across the network to reduce delays

    2023 Freightliner and Kenworth automatic trucks

    Microwaves and refrigerators in sleeper cabs

    Tool and repair kit in tractors

    Reimbursement for on the road showers

    Weekly pay

    Mileage pay will be paid at the designated rate of $0.91 per mile, split between each driver ($0.455 per mile) for all tasks related to the completion of the load

    Hourly pay of $33.07 will be provided for enroute waiting times more than an hour due to traffic, construction or weather-related delays

    What you need to succeed at XPO:

    At a minimum, youll need:

    To be 21 years of age or older

    Valid Class A commercial drivers license

    Have a working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems

    Safe driving record and history

    Hold a valid DOT Medical Certification Card or pass a company-paid DOT physical

    Availability to work away from home in a five-day work week

    Possess hazardous materials, tank vehicle and doubles/triples endorsements

    Itd be great if you also have:

    Team driving or over the road experience

    Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective coordination with dispatchers and team members

    The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, demonstrating strong teamwork and cooperation

    This job requires the ability to:

    Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights (up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally)

    Safely climb in/out of tractor cab/trailer

    Sit for extended periods of time in a truck tractor

    Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel

    Operate a tractor-trailer combination up to 11 consecutive hours; in all types of weather, while safely transporting all freight types

    Properly operate a handheld device

    Partner with another Driver to achieve a common goal

    Be away from home up to 5 nights each week

    Be part of something big.

    We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

    All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

    The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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